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Could the HSE pay for your surgery abroad?

Which procedure do you need?Not listed? Choose "Not sure yet / not listed" and we'll go through it with you.

Where do you currently live?HSE reimbursement under the EU Cross-Border Directive is for people ordinarily resident in the Republic of Ireland. Republic of Ireland Northern Ireland Outside Ireland

Do you have a referral for this procedure?A referral letter from your GP or a hospital consultant is needed to claim HSE reimbursement. Yes — from a hospital consultant Yes — from my GP Not yet

Are you on a public waiting list?You don't need to be on a list to qualify — this just helps us understand your situation. No, not on a list Yes — less than 6 months Yes — 6 to 12 months Yes — 1 to 2 years Yes — more than 2 years

Would you travel within the EU for faster treatment?Irish patients are commonly treated in Spain, Poland, Lithuania, Belgium and Germany. Yes Maybe — I'd like to know more No — I'd prefer to stay in Ireland

Do you have private health insurance?It doesn't affect HSE reimbursement, but it opens up extra options in Ireland. Yes No Not sure

How soon would you like to have your surgery? As soon as possible Within 1–3 months Within 3–6 months Just researching for now

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Surgery CentreHSE reimbursement eligibility check

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Free eligibility check

Could the HSE pay for your surgery abroad?

Answer 8 quick questions to see if you qualify for treatment in another EU country, reimbursed by the HSE — and skip the Irish waiting list.

Reimbursed up to 100%* of the HSE cost of your procedure
Surgery often within weeks, not years
Free, no-obligation guidance from a patient care consultant

*Capped at the cost of the same treatment in the Irish public system. Surgery Centre is an independent service, not affiliated with the HSE.

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